Replacing the garage door bottom seal — the rubber or vinyl strip along the bottom of your garage door- is an important part of protecting your garage from drafts, water, pests, and energy loss.

For this garage door tune-up, start by measuring its width, height and thickness. You’ll need those measurements to buy a garage door stop with a built-in sealing lip and a new bottom seal. While ...

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Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. When it comes to essential maintenance tasks around the home, your garage door may not be at the top of your list. But if the garage door stops working, ...